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Dr. Rachel Larkin is an Assistant Professor in Social Work at the University of Sussex, affiliated with the School of Education and Social Work. Her work focuses on state responses to children and young people in forced migration, emphasizing social justice and human rights. She holds a Professional Doctorate in Social Work (2019) and an MA in Social Work (1994) from the University of Sussex, alongside a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (2022–2023) from the University of Kent.
Her research explores intersections of gender, sexuality, and migration in social work practice, with a focus on unaccompanied minors, trafficking, and transnational family dynamics. Methodological strengths include qualitative research, creative methodologies, and participatory approaches. She is a member of several research centers including the Centre of Innovation and Research in Childhood and Youth (CIRCY) and the Sussex Centre for Migration Research.
Rachel’s teaching spans BA, MA, and Social Work Degree Apprenticeship programs, covering anti-oppressive practice, child protection, and professional development. She has held leadership roles in social work across statutory and voluntary sectors, with 28 years of frontline experience in safeguarding and care services for vulnerable youth. She currently serves as a Trustee for Women for Refugee Women, advocating for marginalized groups.
Her publications critically analyze state care systems, gendered experiences of migration, and the ethical dimensions of social work practice. Key themes include unaccompanied minors’ agency, institutional barriers, and the need for culturally responsive policies.
